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CELPIP Writing Practice Test 16

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A complete CELPIP Writing practice test: the Task 1 email and the Task 2 survey response. Type each answer with spell check off and stop when the time is up, as in the real test. Then compare with the sample answers for each task.

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Tasks
2
Time
about 53–60 minutes

Task 1: Writing an Email

Time: 27 minutes · Length: 150–200 words

Reservations for Dinner

You want to make a dinner reservation at a restaurant for a special occasion.

Write an email to the restaurant. Your email should include:

  • The date and time of the reservation.
  • The number of guests.
  • Any special requests.

Sample answers for this task 1 · Task 1 strategy and template

Task 2: Responding to Survey Questions

Time: 26 minutes · Length: 150–200 words

Ocean Cleanup Technology Survey

Environmental researchers are developing new technologies to clean up ocean pollution. Some experts argue that investing in large-scale machines that collect plastic waste from the ocean surface would be the most effective solution. Others believe that preventing plastic waste from entering the ocean by improving recycling programs and banning single-use plastics is the better long-term strategy. Due to budget constraints, only one approach can be funded.

Which option do you prefer? Why?

  • Option A: Invest in machines to remove plastic waste from the ocean.
  • Option B: Focus on preventing plastic waste from entering the ocean.

Sample answers for this task 2 · Task 2 strategy and template

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